When Is It OK to Let Kids Use Electronic Devices?

There’s a new, extra-large tablet aimed at kids, one that allows them to share the device and actually play together, writes personal tech editor Wilson Rothman. But are youth-targeted tablets such as Fuhu’s 24-inch Nabi Big Tab good for child development?

While some parents may recoil at the thought of buying a tablet for their kids, there’s little evidence that the devices themselves are a hindrance to a child’s educational growth. Experts stress moderation in their use, and suggest parents pay closer attention to the content the kids are using on them.

We recently asked our Facebook and Twitter followers to weigh in with their advice about letting kids use tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices. For many parents, the key was using gadgets as a learning tool, and not as an electronic babysitter.